Hybrid Car Maintenance & Repair for 2008 Toyota Highlander
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Don’t let unexpected car trouble get the best of you. Stay ahead of potential problems and schedule a routine Toyota Highlander maintenance appointment today.
2008 Toyota Highlander Maintenance
A little service can go a long way. Select a maintenance service below to learn about properly caring for your 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Questions About 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Systems
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Are Toyota Highlander hybrid vehicle systems more expensive to repair? It depends. Some high voltage items are only available as parts of larger units. We also offer promotional financing when you use the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
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Why is the gas mileage on my Toyota Highlander getting worse? Head in for an inspection. Bad gas mileage in a Toyota Highlander might be because of a bad or failing high voltage battery pack.
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What does an illuminated check engine light mean on my Toyota Highlander? Your Toyota Highlander check engine light is trying to tell you something! It might be because there is a dirty oxygen sensor or a bad fuse. Or, something more serious could be going on, like misfiring. It's a good idea to come in for a diagnostic when you notice an illuminated check engine light.
All-Around Care for Your 2008 Toyota Highlander
Schedule an appointment for hybrid maintenance and repair. Firestone techs know all about your 2008 Toyota Highlander! It's true — the technicians at the Toyota dealership aren't the only people who can service your hybrid vehicle. From the front suspension to the rear lights, your hybrid 2008 Toyota Highlander will be cared for like it was our own. You can trust our technicians for everyday maintenance for your 2008 Toyota Highlander, like tire repair and service, cabin filter replacement, brake pad/rotor replacement, windshield wiper replacement, A/C service, and wheel alignment. Learn more about Firestone hybrid car care, and schedule a convenient appointment for Toyota Highlander maintenance.
Service the High Voltage Systems in Your 2008 Toyota Highlander
Hybrid vehicles can vary — a lot. Some are named "hybrids" because they rely on battery power to propel or assist in propelling the vehicle. A hybrid vehicle might plug-in to charge, and some hybrids have regenerative braking. Some hybrid models have both a high-voltage battery and a conventional 12-volt battery. With so much variation in hybrid vehicles, your 2008 Toyota Highlander needs someone who knows it inside and out. We're here for you. Your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care location is fully equipped to offer conventional and low voltage services for all hybrid vehicles, including your 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Select locations also provide high voltage services. A high voltage service is one that involves removing the Toyota's high voltage safety/service disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Call ahead before making an appointment to ensure your closest location offers high voltage services. Some of these high voltage vehicle services may include:
Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we know the symptoms, a diagnostic comes next so we can identify the root cause of your Toyota Highlander's troubles. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2008 Toyota Highlander. With the details gathered, your technician can assess your hybrid car problems and perform additional tests, if needed. We won't make any repairs until you give us the thumbs up.
Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: Your technician will closely examine your Toyota Highlander's battery filter (if applicable), and then clean its ducts. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries. Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)
High voltage cable inspection: Your technician will visually inspect the outer cable jackets and connectors on your Toyota Highlander and test to ensure high voltage is NOT transferring to the chassis. They'll notify you if a new cable is needed.
Isolation test: For this test, a technician uses a special tool to see if any high voltage parts are "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.
Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is your Toyota Highlander's high voltage battery a goner? Let us replace it for you.
Health check for power electronic systems: We'll examine the power inverter, regenerative braking, and/or electric drive motor(s)/machine(s) in your 2008 Toyota Highlander.
These are just a few of the more specialized hybrid car services that might be offered at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Call ahead to confirm!
Hybrid Maintenance for Your 2008 Toyota Highlander
Don't wait for abnormal smells, leaks, or noises to make an appointment for hybrid vehicle service. Investing in 2008 Toyota Highlander manufacturer suggested maintenance is one of the best ways to help avoid repairs from the get-go! Our expert technicians can tackle your Highlander scheduled maintenance to help keep your vehicle running newer, longer.
At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we're working to shape the future of hybrid vehicle care. You are, too, just by driving and taking care of your 2008 Toyota Highlander! Book an appointment soon for convenient hybrid vehicle repair and service for your 2008 Toyota Highlander! Many stores are open at night and on weekends for your convenience.